Power Tools | How To Choose A Miter Saw

Mounted in a central location, Shop-Vac's clever 5-gallon Hang-Up wet/dry vacuum is the perfect no-clutter cleaning tool for garages, workshops, laundry rooms, and hobby areas. With the vac's 18-foot locking hose, you can cover a large area without the hassle of maneuvering the tank, and the unit's 4-1/2-horsepower motor delivers impressive suction and airflow of 165 cubic feet per minute. The filtering system features a high-quality cartridge filter, along with a foam sleeve for wet pickup. The vacuum also comes with a complete offering of 1-1/4-inch tools, including extension wands, crevice and gulper tools, and a 12-inch floor nozzle with squeegee insert. A handy tool-storage bracket keeps all tools organized and ready to use.

The Shop-Vac universal tool adapter allows you to connect virtually any power tool with an exhaust port to a Shop-Vac wet/dry vacuum. With a 1-to-2-inch diameter range, the adapter custom fits onto any vacuum cleaner's standard hose end. Made of soft, pliable plastic, the adapter can be cut to many different diameters.

For use w/ Bosch 3931 Vacuum Cleaner & other vacuum cleaners that have 2-1/4 hose opening * Connects many Bosch power tools & dust extraction hood accessories to vacuum cleaners w/ standard 2-1/4 opening - Features: Connects many Bosch power tools & dust

The Kreg Jig Jr. (R3) is an amazing repair jig and an exceptionally handy addition to any tool collection. Whether you're crawling under a table to make a quick repair or taking Kreg Joinery on the road, the Jr.'s compact design lets you work where you need to most, and it gives you what you need to start building wood joints that will last the life of your creation..caption {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 10px;font-weight: bold;font-style: italic;}ul.indent {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: 20px;}table.callout {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif;margin: 10px;width: 250;}td.callout {height: 100 percent;background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x;border-left: 1px solid #999999;border-right: 1px solid #999999;padding: 10px;width: 250px;}ul.callout {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: -12px;font-size: 12px;line-height: 1.5em;}h5.callout {text-align: center;}The Kreg Jig® Jr. offers: A compact design that lets you work wherever you needEasy-press positioning sliders with 9 settings2-Hole Drill Guide with Hardened Steel Core and Lifetime WarrantyConvenient design can be used with any standard bar clamp or a c-clampMiter joints for picture frames can be completed quickly, since the positioning legs move independently of one another. View larger.The Kreg Jig Jr. is built to work with any style of clamp and adjusts easily for different material thicknesses. View larger.Adjusting the Kreg Jig Jr. for different applications is quick and easy. View larger.Kreg Joinery: No Glue or Complicated Math RequiredThe Kreg Jig Jr. takes advantage of a technique called Kreg Joinery. Unlike other techniques, Kreg Joinery requires no glue, no complicated math, and no small army of clamps to make wood joints that will last.With Kreg Joinery, you can finish projects in hours instead of days. You won't spend any time clamping, waiting for glue to dry, or wading through complicated math. It essentially involves drilling a hole at an angle into one workpiece, and connecting it to another workpiece with a self-tapping screw.Amazingly Strong with Half the EffortUnlike mortise and tenons, dowels, and biscuits, the self-tapping screws inside of every Kreg Joint hold the stock together without glue. You don't have to worry about precisely lining up dowel holes, or spending hours cutting a perfect mortise and tenon--you simply drill the holes, drive the screws, and move on to the next project.And because what you see is what you get with Kreg Joinery, you won't spend all your time calculating stock-overlaps and dry-fitting individual workpieces. All you need is simple math to get fast and accurate results.Kreg Jig Jr: The Perfect Home-Repair ToolThe Kreg Jig Jr. is an amazing repair jig with a compact design that lets you work where you need to most. Thanks to its Clamp Pad Adapter, the Jr. can be secured to the workpiece with any standard bar clamp or c-clamp. In addition, the adapter allows the jig to be attached directly to any Kreg Face Clamp (sold separately) for faster and more repeatable pocket-holes.From thin drawer boxes and craft projects to stout 2x4's, this jig can handle them all. Independent Easy-Press positioning sliders feature nine separate depth settings, allowing you to easily join materials from 1/2-inch to 1-1/2-inches thick in 1/8-inch increments. And to set the jig properly, you simply depress the button on the side of the jig and move the sliders so your material thickness is aligned with the arrow on the jig body. It couldn't be any easier.The Kreg Jig Jr. includes a compact, durable plastic carrying case that will ensure that you always have the tool, drill bit, and screws on hand to complete your next project. As a bonus, the case features a molded depth collar gauge for a handy reference.In addition to the Kreg Jig Jr. (model R3), Kreg offers DIYers and anyone new to Kreg joinery the Kreg Jig (model K4). For serious wood workers, Kreg offers the Kreg Jig Master System (model K3MS), the ultimate kit for Kreg Joinery.The Kreg DifferenceWhile each Kreg Jig has its own features designed to meet the particular needs of its users, all Kreg Jigs share a design and high-quality construction which add up to the "Kreg Difference."Kit includes everything you need to get started.Each Kreg Jig features hardened steel drill guides that carry a 100-percent lifetime guarantee. The body of each Kreg Jig is made from a heavy-duty glass-reinforced nylon that offers the resiliency and flexibility you need without sacrificing strength and durability.To create a cleaner pocket-hole and a more finished appearance, all Kreg Jigs shroud the bit and support the workpiece through 100-percent of the drill-stroke. The end result is minimal bit deflection, reduced tear-out, and a clean, pluggable Pocket-Hole fit for finished work.Every Kreg Jig also features an optimized 15 degree drilling angle designed to increase driving efficiency and minimize the overall size of the Pocket-Hole. This same Pocket-Hole can be created by the Kreg Jig in materials from 1/2- to 1-1/2 inches thick.The Kreg Jig Jr. includes a 30 Day Customer Satisfaction Guarantee and Lifetime Warranty on its Hardened Steel Drill Guide.What's in the BoxKreg Jig Jr., clamp pad adapter, stepped drill bit, 6 driver bit, depth collar, allen wrench, starter screw set, and durable carrying case.

When you have a job to do that requires a second set of hands, you can turn to the Rockwell Jawhorse portable workstation clamping system. Whether you're sheetrocking, setting fence posts, or constructing an outdoor playhouse for your children, this unique hands-free portable workstation will help you get the job done. .caption {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif;font-size: 10px;font-weight: bold;font-style: italic;}ul.indent {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: 20px;}table.callout {font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, Arial, serif;margin: 10px;width: 250;}td.callout {height: 100 percent;background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x;border-left: 1px solid #999999;border-right: 1px solid #999999;padding: 10px;width: 250px;}ul.callout {list-style: inside disc;text-indent: -12px;font-size: 12px;line-height: 1.5em;}h5.callout {text-align: center;}The Rockwell Jawhorse Portable Workstation Clamping System offers: The ability to accomplish jobs without a second personA trademarked foot pedal that applies up to 2,200 lbs. of forceJaws that can be opened up to 37-inches wideA compact folding design for easy storageYou can hang doors and complete other tasks that used to take two people on your own. View larger.The stable Jawhorse lets you hold awkward materials securely in place. View larger.The Jawhorse can be neatly folded and transported. View larger.Clever, Practical Design Makes Jobs EasierWhether you're an occasional do-it-yourselfer or a professional contractor, the Jawhorse will clamp virtually anything you can imagine. The Jawhorse's serious clamping power lets you accomplish tasks that normally require two people on your own.The strong and versatile Jawhorse can replace your workbenches, sawhorses, clamps, bench vises, and much more. You can use it to hold work materials in place as you tackle jobs like setting fence posts, hanging doors, installing crown moldings, and placing new sheetrock overhead. Even odd-shaped objects like engine blocks can fit neatly in the Jawhorse's grip.Apply up to 2,200 Pounds of Force--Hands FreeThe Jawhorse features a trademarked hands-free foot pedal that lets you apply up to one metric ton (2,200 pounds) of force, so you don't have to worry about materials slipping while you work. And the jaws can be opened up to 37-inches wide, which is enough to hold most doors securely in place. This gives you maximum flexibility on the job.The Jawhorse also eliminates the need for individual saw stands and complicated vices. A variety of different saws can be locked into the sturdy jaws on this station, allowing you to make precise cuts quickly and safely--no awkward balancing of large boards or one-handed saw operation required. Patented rubber pads help keep you from denting or scratching wood the way you might using traditional vice clamps, making the Jawhorse ideal for finish work.Durable, Dependable, and Easy to Transport or StoreThe Jawhorse features solid all-steel construction along with an extra-wide stance, providing exceptional strength and stability in a wide variety of conditions. There are no moving plastic parts to break. And with a unique, three-legged design, the Jawhorse is easier to balance on uneven terrain than traditional four-legged sawhorses and mobile workbenches.The Jawhorse is incredibly simple to use. You just set it up, lock it in place, and clamp your project materials or tools down. This quick and easy setup makes the Jawhorse ideal for use on remote worksites and for people who don't have the space in their busy home or apartment for a permanent workbench.When not in use, the workstation folds down to a compact 29x14x13 inches for easy transport or storage in a small closet. And weighing in at just 43 pounds, it is easy to lift in and out of work rigs.When unfolded, an integrated roller makes it incredibly easy to move around the workshop or the jobsite. There are holes in two of the three feet so that you can choose to bolt the Jawhorse down for frequent use in your workshop or on big job sites that require more permanence.Available Accessories Provide Even Greater VersatilityVersatile accessories (sold separately) let you customize the Jawhorse to better meet your individual needs. You can use the Welding jaw to set up a full welding station. The Chainsaw jaw makes it easy to lock saws in place for sharpening, and Saddlebags let you keep all your tools neatly organized and within arms reach. You can also use the Plywood jaw to adapt the Jawhorse for large sheet goods up to 52-inches wide, or set up the Jawhorse as a reliable Miter Saw Station or a more permanent Work Table.What's in the BoxRockwell Jawhorse portable workstation clamping system.

Its now easy to achieve perfect pre-set stops or set your saw for any angle in between. Tired of leaning over trying to "see light" between a square and your table saw blade to get exact 90 or 45 degree cuts? Need 22.5 degrees for that curio cabinet corner? Now its easy to achieve perfect pre-set stops or set your saw for any angle in between. Set the Wixey Digital Angle Gauge on your table saw top, close to the blade, and push the zero button, then attach it to your blade with the built in magnets. Simply adjust your blade until the desired angle appears on the easy-to-read digital display. Display is in 0.1 degree increments. Count on the Wixey Digital Angle Gauge to give you accurate angle settings every time.

With the Wixey WR300 Digital Angle Gauge, you can read precise angles in seconds. It has built-in super strong magnets that securely attach the gauge to a saw blade. You can quickly and easily set the bevel angle to 0.1 resolution. It works great for miter saws and table saws, plus you can set the angle of jointer fences and band saw tables.

The miter saw is one of the most important and most often used tools for carpenters of all types, yet no book or video has been devoted to its use-until now. Whether you are a beginner or an accomplished craftsperson, you need up-to-date information and advice on materials, tools, and techniques that will make your work more efficient, more profitable, and more enjoyable. In these two programs, Gary Katz demonstrates his expert approach to: * Developing a clear and comprehensive cutlist * Using extension wings for accurate measurements and precise repetitive cuts * Sizing casing for doors and windows, and shaving miters for a tight fit * Working with an auxiliary fence to cut baseboard miters, butts, and self-returns * Cutting crown and baseboard in position and on-the-flat * Using a Bosch angle finder to find miter and bevel angles * Cutting acute angles Plus: Safety Tutorial, detailing the latest equipment and techniques Making a Miter Saw Workstation, including measured drawings History of Moldings: an overview of historic styles A Guide to Sawblades, so you can choose the right one for your saw A Comprehensive Crown Chart, and how to use it.

Through his books & magazine articles & in seminars across the country, Mark Duginske has helped thousands of bandsaw owners tweak their wayward machines into precision tune. Here he shows you how to cut cones, tenons, precise dovetails, resaw both 1/32" veneer & sturdy firewood boards & to make boxes from 2" stock. A great range of tips & little known techniques from a master.

30 piece Hobby Knife & Miter Saw Cutting Craft Set. This may be the last hobby cutting set you need to buy a?" this set is packed full of goodies from a razor sharp steel saw and miter box to surgical-steel blades with different sized handles, this set has you covered.Features: Mini miter-box and fine-tooth stainless steel saw for easy angle cuts Small, medium and large knife handles with firm-grip blade collets 30 razor-sharp surgical-steel blades in six different styles and sizes Awl-pick handle Tweezer and sanding block All in custom-fit wooden storage box